TLC Spotlight: Patty Brewer
Patty Brewer is one of TLC’s most valued partner teachers from the Huntington Beach Union High School District. She has worked with TLC at Fountain Valley High School,...
11 May, 2023
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TLC Spotlight: Nancy Luquin
Meet Nancy: Nacy attended the "I Am Me" program at Samueli Charter School where she is currently a Freshman. Today we're diving in to learn about how the...
27 March, 2023
Communication Breakdown
Next time you find yourself having trouble getting through a communication breakdown, take the initiative to use practical communication tools. Keep reading for more tips...
12 January, 2023
How to Help Teens Stay Active in Wintertime
Looking for winter activities for teens that promote physical and mental health? Read on for tips to help your teen enjoy their winter exercise....
20 December, 2022
Family New Year’s Intentions to Build Empathy
Teaching empathy to teens can be a challenge. So, here are some of our favorite ways to incorporate it into new year’s resolutions for teens. ...
19 December, 2022
Helping Your Teen Find Meaning During the Holidays
Read on for how to help your teen find meaning during the holidays and the teen mental health resources that can promote purpose all year long. ...
13 December, 2022
Our Favorite Self-Care and Mental Health Gifts for Teens
This holiday season, you might want to gift something that makes your teen's life better. Here are our top picks for mental health gifts for teens....
01 December, 2022
Why Gratitude Matters, Especially for Teens
Teens might wonder how to practice gratitude all year long. Read on for why gratitude matters and how it can be a mental health resource for teens....
17 November, 2022
Tough Talks #15: Anti-Semitism
Keep reading for educational information and teen mental health resources for having the necessary, yet tough talk with your teen about anti-semitism....
17 November, 2022
The (Seemingly Endless) Mental Health Benefits of Journaling for Teens
The benefits of journaling for students are seemingly endless. Keep reading to find out why it is such an important mental health resource for teens. ...
25 October, 2022
The Fentanyl Crisis’ Threat to Teens
The fentanyl crisis is posing a serious threat to teens. Read on for the information you should know and how to provide teen mental health resources....
19 October, 2022
The Power of Halloween for Teen Self Expression
Halloween for teens means self-expression through costumes. Read on for how halloween can be a valuable part of the year for building teen identity....
11 October, 2022
Getting into the Study Spirit: How to Motivate Teens to Study
As each school year approaches, teens have more on their plate and their studies can fall behind. Read on to learn how to motivate teenagers to study....
28 September, 2022
Helping Your Teen Make New Friends
Having a strong network of healthy friendships can be a crucial mental health resource for teens. Keep reading for how to help your teen make friends....
23 September, 2022
Tough Talks #14: Suicide
In honor of National Suicide Week, Sept 4-10th 2022, we want to get the conversation started by discussing how to talk to teens about suicide....
06 September, 2022
Teaching Teens How to Self Soothe
Teens need effective tools that teach them how to self soothe. Keep reading for tips and teen mental health resources from our TLC facilitators!...
26 August, 2022
Helping Teens Prepare Mentally to Go Back to School
The end of summer is just around the corner which can mean back to school stress for teens. Read on for tips on how to mentally prepare for...
16 August, 2022
988: Everything You Need to Know About the New Suicide Hotline
Here is everything you need to know about the new teen suicide prevention hotline providing mental health resources for teens in crisis. ...
09 August, 2022
The Importance Freedom and Independence in a Teen’s Life
In honor of America’s independence month, we are talking about freedom for teens, fostering independence, and helpful teen mental health resources. ...
19 July, 2022
Helping Teens Create a Space of Their Own
Teen room organization can be an effective way to to promote independence, responsibility, and even reducing stress and anxiety. ...
14 July, 2022
Summer Self-Care for Teens
Encourage your teen to prioritize making it the summer of self care! Keep reading for summer self care ideas and mental health resources for teens. ...
06 July, 2022
Rebuilding Teens’ Social Skills Post-Pandemic
As the pandemic eases, it is crucial for teens to repair the lost social skills during pandemic times. Keep reading for ideas for social skills training for teens....
23 June, 2022
Teen Violence: Recognizing the Signs, Finding Solutions
Recognizing signs and solutions for violence in youth can make communities safer, healthier places to grow. Read about youth violence prevention here....
20 June, 2022
Tough Talks #13: School Shootings
The increase in recent school shootings reignites fear. Read on for how to talk about gun violence in schools and offer teen mental health resources. ...
09 June, 2022
Healthy Nighttime Habits for a Better Sleep Routine
The effects of lack of sleep on teenagers can be far reaching, affecting both physical and mental health. Read on for our healthy sleep tips for teens....
26 May, 2022
Teens and Screens: The Benefits of Limiting Screen Time for Teens
With teens raised on technology, we often wonder how much screen time is too much? Keep reading for the benefits of limiting screen time for teens....
23 May, 2022
Mental Health Awareness Month: How to Support Teens
May is mental health awareness month. Keep these ideas in mind to help recognize mental health issues and support those around you. ...
12 May, 2022
How to Support Your Teen in Finding Mental Health Resources
Therapy and other resources can often improve stress and other common mental health problems in teens. Read on for how to support your teen’s mental health treatment. ...
29 April, 2022
Earth Day Mental Health Activities for Teens
This Earth Day, show your teen how important spending time in nature is for well-being. Read on for outdoor mental health activities for teens. ...
21 April, 2022
Signs and Dangers of Codependency in Teens
The signs and dangers of codependency in teens are not always clear. Keep reading for tips and teen mental health resources to help....
13 April, 2022
Guest Blog: Joe Camargo
When it comes to our brains, you'd be surprised how flexible they are. Our very own TLC facilitator Joe Carmago steps in with a fascinating look at how...
31 March, 2022
Helping Teens Deal with Gossip (How to Avoid It, Stop It, Overcome It)
Teen gossip is more than just annoying, it can often be harmful. Read on for tips and teen mental health resources to keep in mind when helping teens...
31 March, 2022
Powerful Female Advocates for Social Emotional Learning
This women’s history month, let's take a look at the inspirational women advocating for social emotional learning to support young women today....
24 March, 2022
Why Teaching SEL in Schools is as Important as State Standards
The benefits of social emotional learning are clearer than ever. In honor of SEL day, here's why SEL in schools is as important as common core. ...
08 March, 2022
Black History Month: Books for Teens Representing the Black Experience
Black History Month for kids and teens is a time to cultivate cultural awareness. Check out our book list for teens representing the black experience....
28 February, 2022
Tough Talks #12: Love
Establishing what healthy relationships for teens looks like is incredibly important. To get started, here are some tips for talking about teen love....
25 February, 2022
Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for Teens
February 17th is National Random Acts of Kindness Day! Read on for examples of random acts of kindness to get teens started on making someone's day....
10 February, 2022
Helping Your Teen Set Intentions for the New Year
Helping build healthy habits for teens is a crucial part of parenting. Remember these things to talk about with teens for teen health and wellness. ...
27 January, 2022
Strategies to Help Teens Build Self-Confidence
Helping build healthy habits for teens is a crucial part of parenting. Remember these things to talk about with teens for teen health and wellness. ...
20 January, 2022
Tough Talks #11: Teen Health and Wellness
Helping build healthy habits for teens is a crucial part of parenting. Remember these things to talk about with teens for teen health and wellness. ...
10 January, 2022
New Year’s Resolutions for Teens that Build Empathy
In the midst of the holiday season, it's time to think about New Year's resolutions for teens that build empathy and support positive mental health....
23 December, 2021
How Seasonal Affective Disorder Affects Teens
If your teen is feeling sad during the winter months, it might be seasonal affective disorder. Read on for tips on how to help seasonal depression....
16 December, 2021
Tilly’s 2021 I Am Giving Gala
Check out a recap from Tilly's Life Center 2021 I Am Giving Gala....
13 December, 2021
Tips for Connecting with Teens During the Holidays
It’s that time of year again, where we come together, celebrate, and spend time engaging in our favorite holiday-themed activities. But as anyone with an adolescent in their...
13 December, 2021
The Teens’ Guide to Setting Healthy Boundaries
Setting boundaries in relationships with friends, family, and even with parents is crucial for personal development and teen mental health. So, to help you teach your teen how...
28 November, 2021
Giving Thanks: How To Practice Gratitude as a Family
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, we can practically smell it already! But this time of year is about more than sweet treats and mashed potatoes. It is...
24 November, 2021
Fall Self Care Ideas
With pumpkin season upon us, we can look forward to gorgeous foliage, brisk weather, and all those delicious fall flavors. But this time of year means that not...
19 October, 2021
World Mental Health Day: Creative Ideas to Help Your Teen Channel Their Feelings
This Sunday, October 10th, marks World Mental Health Day! In honor of this special holiday, we want to do our part by spreading awareness of simple and affordable...
04 October, 2021
How to Create a Morning Routine to Reduce Stress Levels
As teens learn to navigate the often complicated and messy passage into the adult world, they need the proper tools and guidance to make the transition as smooth...
28 September, 2021
Tough Talks #10: Aggression
While it may be difficult to accept that the teen in your life is exhibiting aggressive behavior, it is crucial that any such behavior is addressed right away...
17 September, 2021
Suicide Prevention Week: Important Teen Statistics You Should Know
Realizing your child is in pain can be an incredibly heartbreaking experience. But understanding that your teen is inflicting physical trauma to themselves, in order to cope, can...
09 September, 2021
TLC Spotlight: Nicole Hong
One of our favorite aspects of the TLC program is getting to work with high school teachers in local districts, to help them implement Social Emotional Learning (SEL)...
24 August, 2021
Signs Your Teen is Self-Harming
Realizing your child is in pain can be an incredibly heartbreaking experience. But understanding that your teen is inflicting physical trauma to themselves, in order to cope, can...
19 August, 2021
Eight Pillars of Holistic Wellness, & How to Achieve It
With all of life’s many troubles and triumphs, the truth that always stands is that health and wellness take the top priority. While familiar to adults, for teens...
09 August, 2021
“Hats Off” Challenge
Join Tilly in our “Hat’s Off” Challenge to support Tilly’s Life Center and helping our youth overcome their challenges. Catch a hat, challenge a friend, and spread positivity!...
03 August, 2021
Transition to In-Person Learning
After the undoubtedly challenging year teens have had, uprooted from the classroom, separated from friends, and forced to learn online, it might not be so easy to make...
02 August, 2021
TLC Spotlight: Beth LaVallee
With the school year starting up again soon, and most of us heading back to campus, this year is sure to be one of the most exciting and...
20 July, 2021
How to Achieve Mental Freedom
At this age, your teen is just discovering their identity. They are just starting to get excited about who they want to be and what they are good...
13 July, 2021
Family Travel with Teens: A Bonding Exercise
It's the season for summer vacations! We now have a reason to plan a sweet escape and get away from it all, together. Your teen is just starting...
29 June, 2021